Mid-State Technical College’s spring 2025 graduates were recognized during the College’s biannual commencement ceremony on the Wisconsin Rapids Campus, Saturday, May 17. Out of a class of 777 graduates across the College's district, over 300 crossed the stage to receive their diploma at the event.

The Mid-State Technical College Foundation, Inc., has named Nikki Dhein as its new Foundation & Alumni director. The decision was made by unanimous vote by the Foundation Board on Wednesday, April 23.

Secretary of Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) Randy Romanski toured Mid-State Technical College’s meat training lab at Auburndale High School May 7 to learn about the College’s growing meat talent programming. The visit allowed him to see first-hand how funding from DATCP’s Meat Talent Grant Initiative is supporting successful training outcomes for Mid-State and its high school partners.

Mid-State Technical College, in partnership with the Wisconsin Rapids Rafters, is bringing back the Rafters Meet-and-Greet & Cuts 4 Kids event.

Nearly 180 graduating high school seniors and their supporters attended Mid-State Technical College’s annual Admit Day event on May 2 to celebrate their decision to enroll as Mid-State students.

When Natasha Janicki first enrolled in Mid-State’s Civil Engineering Technology–Highway Technician program, she wasn’t sure college was the right path for her. Growing up with a mom who worked in civil engineering, she always knew she wanted to work in the field, operating heavy machinery, moving earth, and building roads and bridges. But sitting in a classroom? That felt distant from the real action.

Mid-State Technical College will host its spring graduation on Saturday, May 17. The outdoor ceremony is designed to celebrate all graduating students, their families and invited guests.

Mid-State Technical College is offering a new Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVAC-R) Technician associate in applied science program. Applications are now being accepted for the 60-credit program. 

This June, Mid-State Technical College will host two sessions of HealthQuest: Nursing Exploration Camp for high school students to explore the role of a registered nurse.

Mid-State Technical College is now offering a Jail Officer Academy program to prepare learners for positions as corrections officers in county jails. The 200-hour program is accredited by the Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) and fulfills state certification requirements.